- Information for the Public Safety report and Courts in The New Era is sourced from local law enforcement and fire agencies. Incident details, which may not always be available from agencies in time for publication in our weekly paper edition, are often updated online at sweethomenews.com as information becomes available. Addresses provided generally denote the location of the incident or arrest, occasionally indicating the origin of the call.
- It is crucial to emphasize that our reporting of an individual’s arrest or citation for a crime does not imply guilt. Determination of guilt can only be established through legal proceedings in court. We commit significant effort to following through as cases move through the judicial process.
- Following is a list of abbreviations that may appear in our log reports: LCSO (Linn County Sheriff’s Office); SHPD (Sweet Home Police Department); OSP (Oregon State Police); LCCC (Linn County Circuit Court); LCJC (Linn County Justice Court); SHMC (Sweet Home Municipal Court); LMC (Lebanon Municipal Court); AMC (Albany Municipal Court); LCS (Linn County Supervisory), OSPB (Oregon State Parole Board), FTA (failure to appear); FTC (failure to comply), DV (domestic violence). A roman numeral listed after a charge means that the charge is that numbered-degree: theft I (first-degree theft).
Sept. 21
12:56 a.m. – Mandy House, 41, of Sweet Home, arrested for giving false information to law enforcement officer, failure to carry and present a license, and for warrant. Cited for driving while suspended. Osage St./12th Ave. Report taken.
12:56 a.m. – Rachelle Corbin, 39, of Sweet Home, cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured, 1400 block Long St.
1:45 p.m. – Trespass reported in 43600 block Ames Creek Rd. Matter was resolved, but subjects were warned of fire danger still in effect and of consequences for further violations. Further details unavailable.
3:31 p.m. – Caller reported vehicle blocking driveway in 4600 block Main St., adding that male and female got out of vehicle and left on foot. Officer contacted vehicle owner, who stated he had run out of gas and would get it moved as soon as he could refuel.
4:39 p.m. – Caller reported walker and wallet taken from resident in Wiley Creek Community, 5050 Mountain Fir St. Officer responded, report taken for theft III. Value approximately $50.
4:44 p.m. – Tyler Upmeyer, 31, cited for offensive littering after report of illegal camping in 49000 block Quartzville Rd. Upmeyer allegedly dumped gray and black water on ground. Report taken.
5:52 p.m. – Abandoned vehicle located on BLM land in 51200 block Quartzville Rd.
5:54 p.m. – Joshua Kealohauni Ben Leslie, 37, arrested for criminal trespass II, resisting arrest after caller reported male who was trespassed from 1700 block Spruce St. continued to return and was asking about her daughter. Leslie cited and released.
6:06 p.m. – Ervin Smith, 72, cited for three counts of dog at large, SHPD, 1950 Main St. According to SHPD, witnesses reported the dog was loose and knocked a woman over who was walking down the street.
6:55 p.m. – Lock reported stolen from private timber gate in 44600 block Wiley Creek Dr. Report taken.
11:14 p.m. – Daniell Miles, 39, cited for driving while suspended, driving uninsured, speeding 55/45, Main St./53rd Ave. Vehicle towed.
Sept. 20
12:42 a.m. – LCSO patrol vehicle and deer collided in 25100 block Gap Rd. Deer could not be located following collision; patrol vehicle undamaged.
11:09 a.m. – Austin Alan Ross, 27, arrested by LCSO on SHMC warrants for FTA in multiple theft cases, FTA in eluding case and in theft case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
11:41 a.m. – Caller reported someone broke locks on two sheds at Freedom Hill Church, 2470 Main St. Officer responded, report taken for criminal misconduct II, theft III. Approximate value $50.
12:11 p.m. – Randall McCaffery, 67, of Lebanon, cited for criminal trespass II after deputy responded to report of someone locked behind Cascade Timber Consulting McDowell Creek 600 gate, 43000 block McDowell Creek Rd. Report taken.
12:16 p.m. – Ashley Fagan, 34, of Sweet Home, arrested on active felony warrant and cited for giving false information to law enforcement officer, and for warrant, 29200 block Pleasant Valley Rd. Report taken.
2:19 p.m. – Vance Eugene Marshall, 43, arrested by Lane County Sheriff’s Office on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal misconduct case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
2:44 p.m. – Deputy provided escort for intoxicated subject to their residence, 100 block Stanard Ave., Brownsville.
3:00 p.m. – Joshua Kealohauni Ben Leslie, 37, arrested for criminal trespass II after caller from Safeway, 1540 Main St., reported that Leslie, who had been trespassed, was back and refused to leave. Cited and released.
5:53 p.m. – Caller reported hit and run in 1500 block 12th Ave. Officer responded, report tkane for hit and run-property. Damage estimated at $500.
5:57 p.m. – Nick Begrin, 45, of Sweet Home, cited for driving while suspended, LCCC warrant for FTA, LMC warrant for contempt of court, and AMC warrant for FTA. 45000 block Quartzville Rd. Report taken.
6:08 p.m. – Brandy Lee Dozier, 40, arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal driving case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
7:10 p.m. – Adrian Dietz, 18, cited for use of mobile communications device while operating vehicle following hit and run crash in 900 block Pinetop St. According to SHPD, caller reported gray sedan hit rock, then drove away. Owner did not want to pursue charges. Damage over $2,500.
7:20 p.m. – Caller reported wheelchair left in 1100 block 35th Ave.
7:45 p.m. – Male warned for illegal camping in 47200 block Quartzville Rd.
8:01 p.m. – Caller reported kids were shooting a bow and arrow in 2000 block 18th Ave. and one of the arrows landed in caller’s yard. Officer responded, counseled juveniles, contacted guardian who will handle discipline.
8:34 p.m. – Robert Edward Hilliard, 55, arrested by LCSO on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal driving case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
8:44 p.m. – Caller reported aggressive dog in 500 block Surrey Lane. Officer responded, unable to contain dog. Neighbors advised to stay inside and alert officer when owner returned.
10:50 p.m. – Shannon Mingo, 52, of Sweet Home, cited for driving uninsured, 1500 block Main St.
12:44 p.m. – Joe Parker, 47, of Sweet Home, cited for failing to carry proof of insurance, Hwy. 20/44th Ave.
Sept. 19
12:56 a.m. – Caller reported bank gave him too much money, Key Bank, 1199 10th Ave. Officer responded, info noted, caller was advised of options.
4:10 a.m. – Heather Fagan, 34, and Kayla Gambill, 34, both of Lebanon, cited on outstanding warrants, 29200 block Pleasant Valley Rd. Fagan cited to appear Oct. 22 at SHMC for FTC in theft case. Both cited and released. Report taken.
7:44 a.m. – Caller reported students gathering in morning to smoke and vape in area of Long St./18th Ave. Officer responded, unable to locate students.
9:24 a.m. – Caller reported her neighbor singing “really loudly” in 800 block 18th Ave. Officer responded, contacted neighbor who was quiet upon arrival. Deemed to be mental health-related issues.
11:37 a.m. – Caller reported theft during previous night in 2400 block Main St., but did not want to pursue charges. Asked that alleged offender be trespassed.
2:33 p.m. – Caller reported male and female stole items from Hoys Hardware, 3041 Main St. Officer responded, report taken for theft III. Loss valued at $49.98. Caller asked that offenders be trespassed when located.
3:15 p.m. – Hit and run reported in 600 block Elm St. Officer responded, contacted caller and vehicle owner. No damages. Caller did not want to press charges.
3:34 p.m. – Caller reported dogs running loose in 900 block 4th Ave., chasing cats. Officer advised caller of options.
5:23 a.m. – Citizen reported son being harassed by another student at home and at school. Officer responded, contacted both parties. Report taken.
5:43 p.m. – Eve Lorelei, 29, of Brownsville, cited for careless driving following crash in area of Brownsville Rd./Washburn Heights Dr., Brownsville. Report taken.
6:06 p.m. – Deputy assisted park rangers with getting boat unstuck from Sunnyside moorage, 44900 block Quartzville Rd.
6:36 p.m. – Leonard John Finnell arrested on SHMC warrant for FTC in initiating false report case. Cited and released. Officers had responded to report of fight in 4800 block Main St. Parties involved in combat did not want to pursue charges.
7:12 p.m. – Caller from Sweet Home High School reported vehicle driving through field at location. Officer responded, contacted student, who was warned for driving through field, failure to register vehicle. 1641 Long St.
8:39 p.m. – Dustin Kyle Westling, 38, arrested by Salem police on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal driving case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
9:13 p.m. – Caller reported vehicle in middle of road in area of 14th Ave./Kalmia St. Officer responded, located vehicle on which parking brake had failed. Vehicle returned to driveway, secured.
9:59 p.m. – Caller reported daughter, Vanessa Gutierrez, 30, missing. Officer responded, report taken.
11:53 p.m. – Nickolas Ryan Shoulders, 36, arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
Sept. 18
9:30 a.m. – Oscar Cruz Garcia, 36, of Sweet Home, cited for speeding, 53/35, 900 block Main St., Brownsville.
9:53 a.m. – KC Everett Merl Holt, 42, arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
10:05 a.m. – Samantha Merilee Solesbee, 28, of Halsey, cited for speeding, 73/55, 28800 block Hwy. 99, Halsey.
12:22 p.m. – Caller from Sweet Home High School reported stolen band instrument, 1641 block Long St. Officer responded. Missing instrument described as Yamaha oboe valued at $2,500. Investigation continuing.
1:22 p.m. – Caller from Sweet Home Chamber of Commerce, 1575 Main St., reported someone had left lawn mower and chair at location. Items placed in police property.
3:25 p.m. – Caller reported fraud; unknown person had opened bank account in her name, 29400 block Speasl Rd. Report taken.
4:38 p.m. – Caller reported juveniles riding motorcycles on sidewalk and in roadway in area of 48th Loop. Officer responded, contacted one of the juveniles, who was counseled on safe motorcycle operation.
5:01 p.m. – Death investigation conducted in 26800 block Rowell Hill Rd. Death determined to be natural. Report taken.
7:44 p.m. – Travis Hemphill, 55, of Eugene, cited for failing to carry proof of insurance, 24900 block Hwy. 99, Halsey.
9:35 p.m. – Chain and two padlocks reported stolen from 50500 block Hwy. 20, Cascadia. Value estimated at $50. Report taken.
Sept. 17
2:21 a.m. – Multiple callers reported female screaming for help in 2200 block Nandina St. Officer responded, located parties who separated and agreed to remain so. Possible menacing case referred to District Attorney’s Office for review.
7:23 a.m. – Caller reported individuals sleeping on football field at Husky Field, 22nd Ave.
2:57 p.m. – Caller reported two juvenile males operating golf cart on South Hills Trail, off Elm St. Officer contacted, counseled juveniles and parent.
5:05 p.m. – Deputy investigated illegal camp on Cascade Timber Consulting property in area of Sunnyside Rd./North River Dr. Report taken.
6:01 p.m. – Stephen Scantlin, 52, of Lebanon, arrested on warrants after deputy located suspicious vehicles parked in front of and blocking private timber gate in 43700 block North River Dr. Report taken.
7:53 p.m. – Joseph Gene Salley, 55, arrested on LMC warrant for FTA in criminal citation, Husky Field, 22nd Ave. Cited and released.
8:39 p.m. – Becky Marie Foster, 52, arrested on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal misconduct case, 2100 block Main St.
9:12 p.m. – Noah James Prewitt, 20, arrested for criminal driving, driving uninsured, after caller reported that Mazda MZ3 had crashed through his fence in 1900 block 12th Ave. Vehicle towed.
Sept. 16
12:28 a.m. – Caller reported male walking in middle of Main St. in area of 15th Ave. Officer responded, contacted male, who was advised to stay on sidewalk.
3:14 a.m. – Michael Scott Delay, 37, arrested on LMC warrant for FTA in criminal citation after officer located male and female sleeping in vehicle in area of Long St./12th Ave. They were warned for car sleeping. Delay cited and released.
10:44 a.m. – Karlee Eddie, 36, of Sweet Home, cited for speeding, 78/55, Main St./Pleasant Valley Rd.
12:15 p.m. – Caller reported someone had entered and started her vehicle during previous night, 1000 block 14th Ave. Officer responded, report taken for unauthorized entry into motor vehicle.
12:51 p.m. – Leslie Renee Maynard, 52, arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTC in harassment case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
1:34 p.m. – Brandon Ryan Freeman, 31, arrested by Lebanon police on SHMC warrant for FTC in trespassing case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
1:42 p.m. – Brandon Lee Caswell, 31, arrested for luring a minor, 6000 block Main St. Lodged at Linn County Jail.
2:41 p.m. – Caller reported dog in hot car with windows rolled up, 1200 block Main St. Officer responded, contacted registered owner of vehicle, who removed dog. Owner counseled on actions.
3:51 p.m. – Shay Cameron Keppler, 28, arrested at Sweet Home Municipal Court, 1950 Main St., on SHMC warrant for FTA in endangering the welfare of a minor case and LMC warrant for FTA in theft case. Cited and released.
8:29 p.m. – Caller reported vehicle consistently speeding in area of 8th Ave./Dogwood St. Officer responded, will be on lookout for offending vehicle.
Sept. 15
8:27 a.m. – Caller reported male disabled cameras in Sankey Park over weekend and was back in the park. Officer responded. Male excluded from park for 90 days.
2:42 p.m. – Caller reported that someone was dumping “unusable rock and dirt” on her property in 100 block S. Main St., Brownsville.
7:59 p.m. – Nicholas Adam Ames arrested by Tigard police on SHMC warrant for FTC in criminal mischief case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.
9:51 p.m. – Ashley Kay Miles arrested by Albany police on SHMC warrant for FTC in theft case. Cited to appear Oct. 22.